Professionalization

This is a collection of professional development resources designed to help you grow as a mentor and instructor.

Developing a Teaching Portfolio

By Kristi Rudenga and Misbah Hyder What is a teaching portfolio? A teaching portfolio, sometimes called “evidence of teaching effectiveness,”

Observation Notes Template

Classroom observations are an excellent way for instructors to get outside feedback on what’s actually happening in their classroom—both in terms of their own practices and student behaviors—with the goal of improving their teaching.

Writing a DEI Statement

By Misbah Hyder What is a DEI statement? A DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) statement, also called “statement of commitment

Writing a Teaching Statement

By Kristi Rudenga and Misbah Hyder What is a teaching statement? A teaching statement, or statement of teaching philosophy (they’re

Developing a Teaching Statement

Description: Drafting a teaching statement is a necessary practice as you prepare for the academic job market. Participants in this

Developing Your Teaching Portfolio

Description: Teaching portfolios act as a means of productively preparing for the job market and a successful academic career by

Understanding and Using Your CIF Results

Description: In this workshop we will describe the various reports available for CIF Results and discuss how this information can

Using CIF Questions as a Tool to Improve Teaching and Learning

Course Instructor Feedback (CIF) forms are a means by which Notre Dame students share their thoughts on a class with their teacher at the end of the semester. The tools available here review and explore how you can utilize CIF questions to focus your efforts to improve teaching effectiveness and student learning.

Writing Effective Letters of Recommendation

Description: This panel discussion will reflect on best practices for writing effective letters of recommendation. Learning this professional skill is